America and the Second World War

These flashcards cover key personalities, events, and decisions related to America during World War II, focusing on major battles, conferences, and the use of atomic bombs.

Who was Franklin D. Roosevelt?

US President from 1933 to 1945, former Governor of New York, and one of the greatest Presidents of the 20th century.

What was Truman's role during World War II?

He was the US President from 1945 to 1953 and a World War I veteran.

What significant position did Winston Churchill hold during 1940-1945?

He was the British Prime Minister.

Who was the Soviet dictator from 1924-1953?

Joseph Stalin.

What was a major consequence of U.S. losses in the early months of World War II?

100 vessels per month were sunk by German U-boats.

What was the significance of the Battle of the Coral Sea?

It prevented a Japanese invasion of Australia.

What did the Allied forces achieve at the Battle of Midway?

They destroyed much of the Japanese aircraft carrier fleet.

What military campaign began with the American invasion of Guadalcanal?

The 'Island hopping' campaign.

What was decided at the Casablanca Conference in January 1943?

To invade Sicily and Italy and not open a second front in France.

What key event occurred at the Tehran Conference in November 1943?

It was decided to open a second front in France.

What was the purpose of the Breton Woods meeting in July 1944?

To form the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the International Monetary Fund.

What did the Dumbarton Oaks Conference establish?

The structure of the United Nations.

What was the outcome of the Battle of the Bulge?

American defeat of the final German offensive in Western Europe.

What did the Yalta Conference address regarding Poland?

Polish borders were altered and democracy was not guaranteed.

When did Germany surrender in World War II?

On 7 May 1945.

What was the Manhattan Project?

A collaborative effort to develop an atomic bomb involving the US, Britain, and Canada.

When were atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki?

Hiroshima on 6 August 1945 and Nagasaki on 8 August 1945.

When did Japan surrender?

On 15 August 1945.